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Editor,
As residents of Ridgefield, we have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our schools through our vote on Feb. 11. Propositions 12 and 13 are on the ballot, and these measures …
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1/13/25
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Editor,
As we approach the Feb. 11 election, I want to urge our community to support Ridgefield School District by voting yes on Proposition 12 and Proposition 13. These two levies are critical …
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1/13/25
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Editor,
Mike Myers of Battle Ground does not appear to realize that the ERA failed twice to be ratified by the states. Myers believes that the measure can acquire the force of law by fiat …
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1/13/25
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Editor
On Feb. 11, you have a crucial opportunity to invest in the future of our schools and our community by voting yes on propositions 12 and 13. These measures address the growing needs of …
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1/13/25
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As a grandmother and longtime resident of Hockinson and retired educator, I am writing to urge my fellow community members to support the upcoming bond election in February. This bond is …
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1/13/25
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Editor,
I ask all readers to vote yes on the upcoming Battle Ground Public Schools levy. This levy is solely to continue to support the students of Battle Ground.
Currently, as in the past, …
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1/13/25
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This is not the normal anti-personal fireworks in Battle Ground letter.
I could write about the explosions without displays that occur before and after the appointed time. One …
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1/13/25
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Washington state’s so-called leadership on climate policy has been a disaster: it has backfired.
Although the investments have been made and the words from Olympia have been said, CO2 …
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Commentary by Chad Taylor / chad@chronline.com
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1/13/25
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Those of us who take to heart President Lincoln’s words that government is “of the people” appreciate being asked to offer a forecast of an upcoming session.
Our constituents …
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Commentary by Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia
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1/10/25
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Editor,
The recent letter on immigration by Mrs. Randi Condon was well thought out and written. I only have some small corrections and comments to make.
First, the word “vetted” …
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1/7/25
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Editor,
I’m writing to express support for the two levies the Ridgefield School District will have on the Feb. 11 ballot.
Proposition 12 is a replacement of the expiring educational …
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1/7/25
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Editor,
It was disappointing to see in the Dec. 4, 2024, Reflector that the effort to get a YMCA to Battle Ground failed. When I travel across this great nation and visit family and friends, I …
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1/7/25
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One of the most significant shifts from our recent elections is that America is headed back to an “all-of-the-above” strategy that expands our energy options rather than further …
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Don Brunell
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1/7/25
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Editor,
I support Nancy Halvorson’s Letter regarding the certification and publishing of the Equal Rights Amendment. Ms. Halvorson, president of the League of Women Voters Clark County, …
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12/31/24
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Editor,
It is time to change who can be on City Council, committees and boards in Ridgefield. As all of Clark County knows, Ridgefield is exploding. What some might or might not know is that the …
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12/30/24
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Senate Republicans will go into the 2025 legislative session next month with three priorities: Work toward a safer Washington, an affordable Washington and a better future for our children. Most of …
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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia
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12/30/24
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Editor,
With respect to the letter written to you by Mr. Bruce McClay: Yes, Mr. McClay is indeed correct regarding the wonderful, inspiring words on the plaque of the Statue of Liberty. In 1865, …
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12/23/24
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Editor,
History runs in cycles, repeating itself. This election would be called a short cycle because people (and voters) are full of contradictions and have poor short-term memory.
People …
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12/23/24
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Of all the public policy issues legislators wrestle with, the issue of chronic homelessness is easily among the most frustrating.
It’s frustrating to think of all the billions of tax …
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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia
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12/23/24
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Earlier this month, the City of Federal Way released data showing crime rates overall had fallen 11% from a year ago.
That’s great news for any community, especially one of the larger …
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Commentary by Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia
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12/20/24
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